Zagreb Airport is at Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10410 Velika Gorica, about 17 km south of the city center. From central Zagreb, head south on Radnička cesta, cross Domovinski most, follow A3 / E70 signs, and take the Kosnica exit to the airport access road (D408). Drop-off uses the Kiss & Fly zone at Level 2 (free for 10 minutes). For pickups, use the Public Car Park directly in front of the terminal.
Last updated: May 24, 2026. Routes, exit signage, and Kiss & Fly tariffs cross-checked against the official Zagreb Airport site on this date.
Zagreb Airport Address and GPS
The official postal address is Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10410 Velika Gorica, Croatia. Approximate coordinates are 45.7429° N, 16.0688° E. The airport is about 17 km south of the city center.
You will see different distance figures across sources. The 17 km number measures to Ban Jelačić Square; some sources cite around 10 km, which is the distance to Glavni kolodvor (the main train station). Both are correct, just measured to different reference points. For the wider picture across modes, see all transport options to Zagreb Airport.
Driving from Central Zagreb to the Airport
The standard route is straightforward and well signed. Typical drive time is 20 to 25 minutes off-peak, longer in rush hour.
Step by Step from Central Zagreb
- From central Zagreb, head south on Radnička cesta.
- Cross the Sava River on Domovinski most (Domovinski bridge).
- Follow signs for A3 / E70 and keep left after the bridge.
- Take the airport exit at the Kosnica interchange onto D408 / Ulica Rudolfa Fizira.
- At the roundabout, take the exit signed Odlasci / Departures or Public Parking depending on where you are headed.
Time of Day Matters
Morning rush (07:00 to 09:00) and evening rush (16:00 to 18:30) add 15 to 30 minutes. Slavonska Avenue and the bridge approaches are the bottlenecks. On weekends and after 19:00, the drive is closer to 20 minutes door-to-door.
Driving from the Croatian Motorways
Zagreb Airport sits next to the A3 corridor with easy connections from every direction via the Zagreb bypass (Zagrebačka obilaznica).
From the Coast (A1, Split / Zadar / Rijeka Direction)
Take A1 north toward Zagreb; A1 continues into the Zagreb bypass. Exit at Kosnica (signed for airport / Zračna luka), then D408 to the terminal.
From Slavonia (A3 East, Osijek / Đakovo Direction)
Take A3 west toward Zagreb. Join the Zagreb bypass briefly at Ivanja Reka, then take the Kosnica interchange to the airport access road.
From Slovenia (A2 Motorway)
A2 meets the Zagreb bypass at Jankomir. Follow the bypass eastbound to Lučko and continue to Kosnica, signed for airport / Zračna luka.
From Hungary (A4 Motorway)
A4 enters the Zagreb bypass at Sveta Helena. Follow the bypass south and west to Kosnica.
A Note on Tolls
Long-distance Croatian motorways are gate-based: ticket on entry, pay on exit by distance and vehicle class. The Zagreb bypass itself is toll-free for the city sections. Pay by card, euro cash, or tap-to-pay in newer lanes.
Dropping Off Passengers at Zagreb Airport (Kiss & Fly)
The Kiss & Fly zone is at Level 2, in front of the passenger terminal entrance. It is designed for quick drop-offs only, not for waiting.
How Kiss & Fly Works
Drive in, drop off, drive out. Up to 10 minutes is free. After that, charges apply, and stays over 60 minutes per entry are not allowed.
Kiss & Fly Prices
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| Up to 10 min | Free |
| Up to 29 min | €3.80 |
| Up to 59 min | €8.60 |
| Over 60 min per entry | €22 penalty |
The free 10 minutes do not stack; you have to wait 60 minutes after exit before another free entry counts.
When NOT to Use Kiss & Fly
If you might need more than a few minutes (long goodbye, helping with luggage, waiting), use the on-site Public Car Park instead. See full airport parking options for tariffs and off-site lots.
Picking Up Arriving Passengers
Arrivals run later than scheduled fairly often. The Public Car Park is the practical choice if you are picking up, since Kiss & Fly is not built for waiting.
Where to Park and Wait
Enter the Public Car Park, signed from the airport access road and located in front of the new terminal. Park, walk to Arrivals, and meet the passenger inside. If you are returning a rental at the same trip, the rental return area is separate from the public car park; see renting a car at the airport for the return flow.
How to Check the Arrival Time
Use the airport's live arrivals board, FlightAware, or Flightradar24. International arrivals take roughly 20 to 30 minutes from wheels-down to baggage hall exit; domestic arrivals 10 to 15 minutes.
The Cheaper Alternative for Short Pickups
If the flight is on time and you can time it tightly, one drive-by in the Kiss & Fly zone inside the 10-minute free window can work. Otherwise, the Public Car Park is the better call; the first hour is short-stay priced and you do not gamble on the 60-minute Kiss & Fly cap.
Insider Tips for Driving to Zagreb Airport
Use Google Maps or Waze with live traffic. The A3 approach is generally fine but Domovinski most can stall in rush hour, costing 15+ minutes.
Kosnica is the current exit; Buzin is older signage. Some GPS data and older directions point to Buzin for the same area. Both lead to the same access road, but Kosnica is what is signed now.
If GPS does not find the address, search the airport name. "Zračna luka Franjo Tuđman" or "Zagreb Airport" usually resolves more reliably than the postal address Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21.
EV chargers are on-site but limited. AC near General Aviation, DC fast near the passenger terminal. First come, first served; do not cut your range tight.
For pickups, text the passenger once parked. Better than circling. The Public Car Park is fine for 30 to 60 minutes; circling Kiss & Fly past 10 minutes adds charges quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the address of Zagreb Airport?
Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10410 Velika Gorica, Croatia. GPS roughly 45.7429° N, 16.0688° E. If a GPS unit does not find the address, search "Zračna luka Franjo Tuđman" or "Zagreb Airport."
How far is Zagreb Airport from the city center by car?
About 17 km south of Ban Jelačić Square; about 10 km from Glavni kolodvor. Sources cite different figures because they use different city-center reference points.
How long does it take to drive to Zagreb Airport from Zagreb?
Twenty to twenty-five minutes off-peak. Morning (07:00-09:00) and evening (16:00-18:30) rush can add 15 to 30 minutes because of Slavonska and the bridge approaches.
Where do I drop off passengers at Zagreb Airport?
Use Kiss & Fly at Level 2, directly in front of the terminal. First 10 minutes free; longer stays are charged and over 60 minutes triggers a penalty.
Is the Kiss & Fly zone free at Zagreb Airport?
First 10 minutes free for cars. Up to 29 minutes €3.80; up to 59 minutes €8.60. Stays over 60 minutes trigger a €22 penalty; the zone is not for waiting.
Where do I park to pick up someone at Zagreb Airport?
The Public Car Park in front of the terminal. Park, walk to Arrivals, meet the passenger inside. Kiss & Fly is not built for waiting.
Which motorway exit do I take for Zagreb Airport?
The Kosnica interchange off the A3 onto D408 / Ulica Rudolfa Fizira. Some older GPS data and signage references Buzin for the same area; the current exit is Kosnica.
Are there tolls driving to Zagreb Airport from the city?
No tolls on the route from central Zagreb across Domovinski most to the airport; city bypass sections are toll-free. Long-distance motorways (A1, A3, A4) have gate-based tolls paid in euro on exit.